Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla shares a leadership philosophy every business leader needs to hear. From taking over the Celtics just days before training camp to leading the team to an NBA championship, Mazzulla explains why greatness begins with surrender: accepting that failure is possible, refusing to tie your identity to outcomes, and staying grounded in purpose. This isn't really an episode about basketball. It's about what it actually costs - emotionally, psychologically, spirit...
Jul 22
39 min
Over the last 3 1/2 years we've asked every guest the same final question, "What have been the things you've been willing to do, that maybe others haven't, that has helped you have success up to this point?" In this episode, we recap the Top 11 themes that we've uncovered from the 81 different answers to that final question. ReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technolog...
Jul 15
26 min
Super Bowl winning and legendary NFL coach Bruce Arians offers a leadership lesson that reaches far beyond football. He explains his famous "No Risk It, No Biscuit" mindset and shows why the best leaders take smart chances instead of playing scared. He shares memorable stories about trusting instinct without ignoring data, preparing teams for pressure, and creating a culture where people can fail, learn, and grow. In this conversation with ReliaQuest mental performance coach Derin McMai...
Jul 8
40 min
What can business leaders learn from a veteran MLB reporter who once managed the Michael Jordan media circus? Steve Gilbert shares unforgettable stories from decades inside professional baseball—and the leadership lessons behind them. From a high school coach who changed his life, to speaking up in a crisis, to adapting through every wave of media disruption, Steve reveals what separates professionals who last from those who fade. In this conversation with ReliaQuest Director of Mental ...
Jun 24
53 min
Misery Is Optional: The Mindset of an Unbreakable Fighter - Tatiana Suarez, UFC Mixed Martial Artist
UFC top contender Tatiana Suarez talks about the mindset that helped her overcome extraordinary adversity to reach the top of her profession. You'll hear about her journey from being the top amateur wrestler in the U.S. and an Olympic hopeful to being diagnosed with thyroid cancer at 19. After beating cancer, she found a new path in jiu-jitsu and MMA, only to face more setbacks through major neck and knee injuries. Throughout the conversation, Suarez explains that her strength comes fro...
Jun 10
52 min
ReliaQuest performance coaches Josh Cox and Derin McMains reflect on past "No Show Dogs" episodes, and discuss how those leadership lessons have shown up on battlefields and ballfields. Cox is a retired US Navy SEAL and McMains is a former professional baseball player and coach. In this episode, you'll hear them discuss: Curiosity can be a leadership advantageBuilding trust through authenticitySeparating goals and your mission statementReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing sec...
Jun 3
33 min
Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer and former University of Oklahoma head coach Sherri Coale shares a masterclass on leadership, culture, and team performance. After leading Oklahoma for 25 seasons, multiple Big 12 championships, and three Final Four runs, Coale reflects on what actually separates the best teams from the rest. Sherri shares what it was like to jump from high school coaching to a major Division I program, how she rebuilt a struggling team through standards and character, and why...
May 27
51 min
What does it take to build something iconic when almost no one believes in the idea? In this episode, we sit down with Mike Soltys and Garrett Sutton to unpack the remarkable birth story of ESPN - and the leadership lessons hidden inside it. Long before ESPN became a global sports brand, it was a risky startup built on one simple conviction: sports fans wanted more. You’ll hear how founder Bill Rasmussen turned that belief into reality despite limited resources, industry skepticism, and const...
May 13
43 min
The One Pause That Leaders Are Too Afraid To Take - Daniel Coyle, New York Times Best Selling Author
In his new book "Flourish: The Art of Building Meaning, Joy, and Fulfillment", Daniel Coyle explores a question many high performers eventually face - "What if achievement doesn't lead to fulfillment the way we think it will?" Drawing on his work in performance, talent, and culture, Coyle argues that many people spend years chasing success only to discover that winning alone doesn't create lasting joy, connection, or meaning. Instead, he suggests we may have the map backwards. Community...
Apr 29
48 min
ReliaQuest Founder and CEO Brian Murphy talks about how he reframes obstacles into opportunities so he can consistently perform under pressure. He discusses his process to make the next right decision when uncertainty is high, and how momentum is built through action rather than overthinking. He offers experience-tested insight on staying present, learning fast, and helping teams perform at a higher level. In this conversation with ReliaQuest Director of Mental Performance Derin McMains, you'...
Apr 15
20 min
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